Busy women: Take time for an annual skin check

Busy women: Take time for an annual skin check

It is important for women to take time for their annual skin check as part of their preventative health care. Many women juggle multiple responsibilities as dedicated mothers and wives, career-driven professionals, caring friends, and passionate individuals. Many women are not only caring for their own family and households but their aging parents too. It’s easy for busy women to neglect their own needs, often placing self-care at the bottom of their growing to-do list.

Stop making excuses

It’s time to stop making excuses for putting your annual skin check appointment on hold.

  • Skin check appointments do not involve a big time commitment. Dedicating just a few minutes to a skin check can provide peace of mind and safeguard against potential skin concerns.
  • Statistically, more women have used or are using tanning beds than men. This increases the risk of skin cancer. It’s important to have skin checks for early detection of skin cancer, which leads to more successful treatment.
  • Stay proactive in maintaining healthy skin.
  • Find a practice that uses the best technology, such as a dermatoscope, to assess the skin and determine the need for further treatment.
  • Cultivate a culture of wellness among your social circles. Encourage your friends, family and colleagues to prioritize their skin health as well.
  • Invest in yourself. Self-care is not selfish but rather an essential aspect of leading fulfilling lives.

While navigating family, work, and life’s complexities, women need to recognize that taking care of themselves allows them to be the best versions of themselves for their loved ones and the goals they pursue.